Social learning theory

alt=|thumb|300x300px|A toddler imitates his father. Imitation (from Latin imitatio, "a copying, imitation") is a behavior whereby an individual observes and replicates another's behavior. Imitation is also a form of learning that leads to the "development of traditions, and ultimately our culture. It allows for the transfer of information (behaviors, customs, etc.) between individuals and down generations without the need for genetic inheritance." The word imitation can be applied in many contexts, ranging from animal training to politics. The term generally refers to conscious behavior; subco

information processing about social situations

theory of learning and behavior

learning that occurs through observing the behaviour of others

theory in psychology

type of social learning

social-psychological concept

an experiential learning method in which either amateur or professional roleplayers improvise with learners as part of a simulated scenario

theory of comparative psychology